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= Introduction: Lesson 9 =

= Student Outcomes: = Students will analyze the actions of a character. Students will interpret a quote from a story. Students will analyze how two texts address a similar topic and compare the approaches the authors take.

1. Why does the author use the italicized section on page 228 ? 2. Reread line 5, page 229, why does the author italicize the word "//Swim//"? 3. On page 236, why does the captain's voice shake as he thanks the surfmen?
 * =Title 1: "Storm Warriors"= || =Title 2: "Pea Island's Forgotten Heroes= ||
 * =Questions:=

1. The author of this selection includes photographs of Pea Island, the surfmen, and their rescue equipment. How do these primary sources help the author achieve her purpose? 2. Reread the last paragraph on page 240. What is the significance of the last quote on the last page of this selection, "again and again, the Pea Island Station crew went back through the raging sea, literally carrying nine persons from certain death to the safety of the shore"? ||
 * Post reading: ** How does Nathan learn that knowledge can be as important as courage and physical strength in certain situations? Use details from the text to explain your answer. || =Questions:=

= Summative Question: = How do both authors explain the important roles of surfmen using historical fiction and nonfiction? Use details from both stories to explain your answer.

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